The nurse is providing education for a patient receiving ...

[swpotter12]

The nurse is providing education for a patient receiving griseofulvin (Fulvicin) for treatment of a fungal infection. The nurse advises the patient to take the medication
 
  a. with a fatty meal to enhance absorption.
  b. on an empty stomach.
  c. 2 hours after an antacid.
  d. without milk or dairy products.

Question 2

An obstetric nurse is caring for a patient in preterm labor. The nurse implements an order for IV magnesium sulfate. Which clinical manifestations would indicate that the patient has received too much of the medication?
 
  a. Temperature of 104.4 F
  b. Paralytic ileus
  c. Hypertension
  d. Confusion

[dudman123]

Answer to Question 1

A
The nurse should advise the patient to take the medication with a fatty meal to enhance absorp-tion of the drug.
The medication should be taken with food to reduce gastrointestinal upset.
Antacids, milk, and dairy products do not affect the absorption of griseofulvin.

Answer to Question 2

B
Toxic amounts of magnesium sulfate can cause paralytic ileus and hypothermia. Initial maternal reactions include transient hypotension, flushing, headache, dizziness, lethargy, dry mouth, and a feeling of warmth.
Hyperthermia, hypertension, and confusion are not adverse effects of magnesium sulfate

[swpotter12]

Thank you!

[dudman123]

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